An array of disposable tampon applicators which have a first tampon applicator and a second tampon applicator. The first tampon applicator has i.) an outer surface wherein the outer surface has an outer surface area and ii.) a first identifier having a first surface area. The first identifier is disposed on the first tampon applicator and corresponds to a first absorbency. The second tampon applicator has i.) an outer surface wherein the outer surface has an outer surface area and ii.) a second identifier having a second surface area. The second identifier is disposed on the second tampon applicator and corresponds to a second absorbency. The first surface area of the first tampon applicator is different than the second surface area of the second tampon applicator.